{"id":578,"date":"2009-09-01T12:29:42","date_gmt":"2009-09-01T19:29:42","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.hansonellis.com\/blog\/?page_id=578"},"modified":"2015-08-29T20:45:53","modified_gmt":"2015-08-30T03:45:53","slug":"choosing-your-bridal-gown","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.hansonellis.com\/blog\/choosing-your-bridal-gown\/","title":{"rendered":"Choosing Your Bridal Gown"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Buying your Wedding Gown should be absolutely the most fun of all your wedding planning. Here are some tips for making it a memorable and pleasant experience to look back on.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Go to a store where you feel comfortable. If you don\u2019t feel like you are being treated well, or are unhappy with tile selection, go elsewhere. Don\u2019t try on any dresses if you wouldn\u2019t buy one there. This is your time to feel like a Queen!<\/p>\n

\u2022 Don\u2019t go shopping if you aren\u2019t feeling well. If you are bloated, sunburned, or in any way feel ugly or uncomfortable you won\u2019t feel as beautiful as you should.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Take someone with you, but not a small army, and never any children. They get bored instantly, and will make you crazy, since they really shouldn\u2019t touch anything in the store.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Minimize or don\u2019t wear any make-up, it will get on the gowns you try on. Also, remove jewelry since the satins and silks used for Bridal dresses are very delicate, and will snag or damage easily. Once you purchase your gown, remember these things for fittings as well.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Bridal Gown sizes run small. Don\u2019t think about the size, but the fit. Order the size you are now, don’t expect to lose a lot of weight. If you do lose weight, you can always have the gown taken in.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Expect to have alterations done. Your dress should fit perfectly and very few women are a perfect size, and 5\u20199\u201d tall. Buying separates can minimize this problem. Remember, you can\u2019t have alterations until you have the shoes, slip (if you are wearing a full skirt) and bra you will be wearing with your dress.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Try on different styles. Be open to possibilities. You may discover that the perfect gown is different from what you had imagined.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Try to be realistic. You may have been dreaming of your gown since you were a little girl. Your dress should be fantastic and make you feel beautiful, but don\u2019t have unrealistic expectations.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Start early! Most gowns take several weeks to arrive, and some manufacturers can take months. Also consider buying a gown off-the-rack. These are usually discounted and can be altered to fit.<\/p>\n

\u2022 When figuring your dress in your budget, don\u2019t forget accessories and alterations.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Buy your gown first, then match it when purchasing your headpiece, veil and accessories.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Accentuate your best features and camouflage flaws. Choose a dress that you are comfortable in because you will be wearing it for several hours, Keep that in mind with your shoes too – break them in beforehand. It is hard to have fun when your feet hurt!<\/p>\n

\u2022 You don’t have to buy the first dress you find that you like. Visit several shops and be sure before you place your order since your deposit is non-refundable. Most shops require half down as a deposit.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Have fun trying on several dresses before making your choice, but don\u2019t look forever. You can’t move on to other decisions such as bridesmaids\u2019 and flower girl dresses until you select your gown. Besides, if you look too long, you will start to get confused by too many choices.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Your gown sets the mood for your wedding, whether it will be formal, semi formal, traditional, etc. Your gown should reflect the style and formality you intend to have for your wedding.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Once you are sure you have found the perfect gown, buy it! Bargain hunting is usually frustrating and futile. Avoid buying from the internet, since you can\u2019t see what you are getting, and have no retail location where you can try the dress on or come back to with any problems.<\/p>\n

\u2022 If you plan to have your gown custom made, be aware that it will usually cost more and will require more time for fittings. There are so many beautiful gowns out there, you should be able to find one that is perfect for you. You can always alter a gown too, but keep it simple like changing sleeves, or a bow. Don\u2019t try to redesign the whole dress.<\/p>\n

Reference: The Wedding Guide<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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